Diamond Turning
Advanced single-point diamond turning for aspheric, diffractive, and complex optical surfaces with nanometer-level precision across materials from polymers to metals.
Experience world-class precision optics manufacturing in the heart of Rochester's renowned optics corridor. Apollo Optical Systems combines advanced diamond turning, injection molding, and coating technologies with decades of expertise to deliver optical solutions that accelerate your time-to-market while ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.

Complete optical manufacturing solutions from design to production, backed by decades of Rochester expertise.
Advanced single-point diamond turning for aspheric, diffractive, and complex optical surfaces with nanometer-level precision across materials from polymers to metals.
High-volume polymer optical component production with consistent quality, specialized in medical, automotive, and consumer electronics applications.
Anti-reflective, mirror, and custom thin-film coatings for plastic and glass components, optimized for UV, visible, and NIR wavelength ranges.
Comprehensive optical and mechanical design services using industry-leading software for imaging, illumination, and beam shaping optical systems.
Complete optical assembly from UV-bonded doublets to complex multi-element systems, with volumes from prototypes to hundreds of thousands monthly.
Extensive in-house measurement capabilities including interferometry, surface profiling, and coordinate measuring systems for quality assurance.

Design Consultation & Analysis
Our Rochester-based optical engineers analyze your requirements and optimize designs for manufacturability, leveraging decades of experience with complex optical systems and local industry partnerships.
Prototype Development
Manufacturing Setup
Quality Validation
Production & Delivery
Delivering precision optical solutions across medical, aerospace, and industrial applications since 2002.
Experience the Rochester advantage with our comprehensive precision optics capabilities.
End-to-end capabilities from design through production under one Rochester roof.
Over 20 years of precision optics innovation in Rochester's world-renowned optics corridor.
State-of-the-art diamond turning, coating, and metrology equipment for superior results.
Comprehensive in-house testing and ISO protocols ensuring consistent performance.
Precision optics experts with decades of experience.
Apollo Optical Systems was born from the prestigious University of Rochester's Institute of Optics, carrying forward a legacy of innovation that began in 1989. Our Rochester-based team combines deep technical expertise with intimate knowledge of the region's optical manufacturing ecosystem, from world-class research institutions to specialized suppliers. Since our founding in 2002 through a management buyout, we've remained committed to Rochester's tradition of optical excellence, operating from our advanced 21,000 sq. ft. facility where we continue to push the boundaries of precision polymer optics manufacturing for demanding applications worldwide.
What materials can you work with for precision optics?
We specialize in optical-grade polymers including Acrylic (PMMA), Zeonex, Zeonor, Styrene, and Ultem, as well as metals like aluminum, copper, brass, and nickel for diamond turning applications.
What is your typical lead time for optical components?
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Connect with our precision optics experts for a detailed consultation.
Contact our Rochester team for expert consultation on your optical manufacturing needs.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at info@apollooptical.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 585-272-6170 You can also send us a quick email at info@apollooptical.com